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Our Faith Remains Unshaken Despite Attack, Abduction Of Church Members -Kwara CAC Pastor
Given the suddenness and brutality of the attack on your church, can you walk us through the immediate reactions of the congregation and how the church leadership managed the chaos in those first critical moments?....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
We were just offering praises to God on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. As we were giving praises to God during the programme which was a week-long event, at exactly 6:00 p.m., we suddenly saw the bandits behind the church fence. They rushed into the church premises, started shooting, and went ahead to abduct our members.
On that day, they killed three people, including the church security guard who was patrolling the premises. They kidnapped about 41 people initially, but later released three members whom they felt they could not cope with, possibly because of their old age or physical condition. Thirty-eight members were eventually taken into the bush.
Before this recent attack on the church premises, had your congregation ever experienced anything similar?
No, we had not experienced such an attack within the church premises. However, on September 18, 2025, eighteen of our members were kidnapped by bandits while traveling from a wedding in Ajase-Ipo. The kidnappers attacked their vehicle after Osi, before they reached Obbo, and abducted 22 people, 18 of whom were members of our church. Through prayer and God’s mercy, all 18 were rescued unharmed. The last person among them was released just a week before the latest attack.
Can you share how the church responded spiritually to the previous kidnapping and the significance of the thanksgiving service?
In fact, immediately after the kidnapping of the members who were traveling ( 18), the church began praying fervently for the safe return of our members. In God’s infinite mercy, all 17 of them were initially rescued unharmed. The last of the 18 kidnapped members was released just a week before the recent attack, after a ransom of N2 million was paid to the bandits. That is why we began a special thanksgiving service on Monday, praising God for their safe return, right before the recent attack occurred. While we have faced such attacks before, this is the first time it happened within the church premises. We had just started praising God when the recent attack occurred. While we have faced attacks before, this was the first time it happened within the church premises.
This means that the church paid ransom for the initial 18 members since you said the last victim was released after the payment of N2 million. Did the church pay any ransom for the release of the 38 victims?
No, the church did not pay any ransom for the release of the 38 victims. We are not aware of any ransom being paid by the victims themselves. The arrangements for their release were handled entirely by the government, who contacted us from Ilorin to inform us that our members had been safely released.”
Have you started your normal church services?
Yes, we did the Sunday service last Sunday because the President of CAC authorised and directed us to do the service. He said that we must not cancel the service so that we will encourage the rest members during this challenging time. We understand that it’s a difficult period, but our faith must be strengthened because God will not fail His children.
Have you officially received the rescued members and what is their state like?
No, they are still in Ilorin, but we have been in touch with them and are monitoring their condition closely.
You said you are in touch with the rescued members. What is their health status from what you hear from Ilorin?
Yes, we are in touch with them.
Some of our members were sent to Ilorin to visit the rescued victims, and from the information we gathered, they are being well taken care of by the state government. Physically, they are stable, and emotionally, they are receiving support to help them recover from the trauma of the abduction.
How is the Church preparing to welcome and care for the rescued members once they return home?
By God’s grace, we have been planning to assist the rescued members. We intend to support them with the little resources we have, providing for their immediate needs and ensuring they are cared for as they reintegrate back into the community.
Do you have any requests from the government?
Our foremost request is for heightened security in Eruku. The area has unfortunately become a hideout for the bandits, who take advantage of the surrounding forests to launch attacks. We shared our concerns with the governor during his visit, and we are beginning to see positive actions from his administration.
In addition, we seek financial assistance for the families of those who lost their lives, to cover funeral and related expenses. The survivors of the attack, some still receiving treatment at local hospitals, we also require support, including the four elderly women who were left behind during the abduction. Any assistance provided will help the Church ensure the wellbeing and recovery of all those affected.
In light of these recent attacks, what message of hope and resilience would you like to share with the community, particularly those who feel fearful or uncertain about staying in the area?
My message to them is that in the face of these recent attacks, I want to encourage our people to place their full trust in God. We should draw closer to Him through prayer and worship, seeking His guidance and protection. It is important that no one abandons the community out of fear. While some may be tempted to relocate, standing firm, supporting one another, and remaining faithful will help us overcome these challenges together. Our resilience comes from our faith, and God will not fail His children.
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Federal Government of Nigeria Finally Commissions CNG Station to Boost Domestic Supply
The Federal Government has commissioned an integrated Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, refueling station at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, as part of efforts to strengthen domestic gas supply and promote cleaner energy alternatives.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
Speaking at the inauguration, the Executive Director of the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund, Oluwole Adama, described the move as a major step toward advancing Nigeria’s gas-powered energy transition.
He noted that the facility goes beyond being just a refueling station, adding that it reflects progress, collaboration, and commitment to expanding domestic gas utilization in line with national energy goals.
“This project represents more than the commissioning of a refueling station. It symbolizes progress, partnership, and purpose in advancing Nigeria’s energy transition, promoting cleaner fuels, and deepening domestic gas utilization in line with national energy objectives,” Adama stated.
On his part, the Vice-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Prof. Adebayo Simeon Bamire, praised the initiative, saying the facility will serve both the university community and residents of the surrounding area.
He added that the project would create opportunities for research, hands-on learning, and innovation in alternative energy solutions.
DAILY POST gathered that the federal government-backed initiative forms part of broader efforts to drive renewable energy adoption and support Nigeria’s transition to cleaner fuel sources.
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MTN Nigeria said it invested N1tn in 2025 to expand fibre infrastructure, roll out additional base stations and strengthen network capacity nationwide, as the country’s biggest telco returned to profitability after a choking financial year marked by foreign exchange pressures and negative equity.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
The capital expenditure, more than double the prior year’s spending, formed part of a broader recovery that saw the company post a profit after tax of N1.1tn for the year ended December 31, 2025. The rebound followed a difficult 2024 in which MTN suspended dividend payments and grappled with balance sheet strain.
Chief Executive Officer Dr Karl Toriola described 2025 as a defining year for the company, linking the improved earnings position to renewed long-term infrastructure investment.
“During the year, we invested N1tn in network expansion and modernisation, more than double the prior year’s capital expenditure. This investment translates to additional base stations, deeper fibre rollout, expanded capacity and improved network resilience across the country because sustaining critical digital infrastructure requires disciplined capital allocation and a deliberate long-term approach,” the executive said.
The telcos’ total subscriber base increased to 87.3 million, up 7.9 per cent, while active data subscribers rose to 53.2 million. Data traffic grew by 34 per cent during the year. These figures reflect sustained demand for digital services across the country and underscore the need for continued investment in network capacity and resilience.
“We are mindful that in a period of economic pressure, expectations from customers are heightened. When Nigerians purchase data or rely on our network for work, education, financial services or daily communication, they expect reliability, fairness and continuous improvement. That expectation is both legitimate and central to our responsibility, Toriola noted.
MTN’s service revenue rose 55.1 per cent to N5.2tn in 2025, while earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation more than doubled to N2.7tn. Earnings per share improved to N53.07 from a negative N19.05 a year earlier, reflecting the sharp turnaround in operational performance.
Chief Financial Officer Modupe Kadiri said the company’s financial recovery was built on deliberate balance sheet repair, disciplined capital allocation and reduced foreign exchange exposure.
“A year ago, MTN Nigeria was in negative equity. Today, we are declaring a N20 total dividend for the 2025 financial year,” Kadiri stated.
The board approved a final dividend of N15 per share, subject to shareholder approval at the annual general meeting, bringing the total dividend for the year to N20 per share, including an interim dividend of N5 already paid in the fourth quarter.
According to its report, MTN generated N1.2tn in free cash flow during the year and rebuilt shareholders’ equity to N548.7bn, with retained earnings standing at N400.4bn at year-end, signalling restored financial stability after the previous year’s market volatility.
Toriola said profitability would continue to underpin infrastructure expansion, noting that profit enables sustained reinvestment in network quality and broader coverage rather than serving as an end in itself.
“Profit, in our context, is not an end in itself. It is the mechanism that enables continued investment in network quality, broader coverage and enhanced customer experience. As Nigeria’s digital ecosystem continues to expand across fintech, small businesses, education and public services, resilient and future-ready telecommunications infrastructure remains foundational to national development,” he added.
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Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA orders airline to refund passengers charged VAT before January 1
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has directed Overland Airways to refund passengers who were wrongly charged Value Added Tax on flight tickets purchased before January 1, 2026.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
The directive followed clarification issued by the Nigeria Revenue Service on the implementation of the new tax regime affecting airline tickets.
Passengers had complained to the regulators after an elderly woman was forced to pay the new tax in 2025, a fee that was expected to take effect on January 1, 2026.
The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, in a statement on Saturday, disclosed that the matter had been resolved after regulatory engagement with the airline and the Nigeria Revenue Service.
“As directed by the NCAA, the operator, Overland Airways, has reverted with clarification from the Nigeria Revenue Service,” Achimugu said.
He clarified that passengers who bought tickets before the new tax laws came into force should never have been subjected to additional charges.
“Tickets purchased before January 1, 2026 were not affected by the new tax laws,” he said, adding that passengers who bought tickets in 2025 but were later made to pay VAT at check-in in 2026 were not supposed to have been charged.
According to the NCAA, the airline had initially implemented the VAT requirement based on its interpretation of the new fiscal policy, prompting complaints from affected travellers.
Achimugu explained that regulatory clarification became necessary to determine the correct application of the tax.
“The onus was on the NRS to clarify, which they have now done,” he said, noting that the aviation regulator had earlier communicated its position to the airline.
Following the clarification, Overland Airways agreed to correct the situation.
“The airline has committed to redress the situation by initiating a refund for affected passengers,” Achimugu added.
The controversy arose after several passengers complained that they were compelled to pay additional VAT charges at airport counters despite purchasing their tickets months before the tax provisions took effect.
Travellers described the development as unexpected and financially burdensome, especially during peak travel periods in December.
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